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Why are children grouped in multi-age classes? Why are they allowed to walk around the classroom so much? How can students keep up if they’re not all learning the same thing at the same time?

Yes, Montessori schools may be different from schools with which you are already familiar. The uninterrupted work time, the emphasis on learning through experience and exploration—these are among the unique hallmarks of a Montessori education, an approach that inspires children to become self-motivated, lifelong learners.

The American Montessori Society website offers a primer to the world of Montessori education. For further information, we’re pleased to suggest these additional sources.

Videos

What goes on inside a Montessori classroom? How do parents explain what’s so special about this? Why does NBA superstar Stephen Curry credit his Montessori experience with helping him become the person he is today? Check out the AMS Montessori video series, where you can see and hear about all of this—firsthand!

Books

Search the web for books about Montessori and you'll find hundreds of titles. To help you narrow your choices, we've put together a select list of Recommended Books, including books especially for parents—and all are available for purchase.

Magazines

These magazines, published by AMS and other leading Montessori organizations, offer a wealth of insight and information about Montessori education.

Montessori International, published quarterly by the Montessori St. Nicholas Charity, features articles about child development and activity ideas for school and home.